Let’s Talk Cheer: The Cheerleading Podcast For Parents & Coaches

The Let’s Talk Cheer Podcast, Quote of the Week is from Andre Carter. “Coaches assume the higher score is the correct one.” Jason shares his perspective on quote and how it has impacted him as a coach. You can catch the full show on Spotify or Apple Podcast. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jasonlarkins/support Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz....

Jason and Brittany discuss if a family should leave their current d2 cheer gym, for another d2 allstar cheer 45 minutes away with hopes of a better experience Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jasonlarkins/support Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Brittany has a post she wants Jason to respond to for what’s popping with the parents, and Jason has the quote of the week coming us from long time judge Andre Carter. Not to mention, they went live on TikTok while recording this episode, so they take some questions for the audience. If it’s your first time here, be sure to subscribe. 🧀 ⁠Purchase a Folding Incline Wedges by Tumbl...

In this episode, Jason Larkins interviews Ray Jasper. We learn about his journey from marching band, to Champion Outlaws, to his founding of Action Spirit. We also get insights on how he works a the best gifts coaches can bring choreographers. Ray discusses the importance of relationships in the cheerleading community and how Action Spirit has evolved over the years. He also shares his experiences...

In this episode we discuss the pros and cons of attending competitions with practically no actual teams to compete against, versus deep divisions where winning isn't as guaranteed. Brittany brings up a popular post from one of her parent Facebook pages that criticizes Varsity's scoring this system and their apparent bias and favoritism towards gyms that are willing to pay. Lastly, Jason has Britta...

Welcome to the 100th episode! In this special episode, we'll take a trip down memory lane with the coaches of CBU Cheer and STUNT, Tami, Olivia, and Brandon. We'll start by discussing Tami's journey into cheerleading and how she got the job at CBU. Olivia will then share her experience as an athlete on the team and what it was like to tragically lose her coach. Brandon will also weigh in on his ex...

Welcome to the 99th episode of the Let's Talk Cheer Podcast! In this milestone episode, we’re going to be taking a look back at the last three years of the podcast and discussing some of the most important moments and lessons we’ve learned along the way. We'll cover topics such as the evolution of the podcast, our favorite moments, guests, and feedback we've received. We'll also discuss unexpected...

In this episode, we're joined by five coaches: John Migaiolo of Spirit Athletics, Becky Herrera of CheerForce, Portia Berger of The California Allstars, Kyle Tolliver of NorCal Elite, and Julian Hirshberg of Mac's Allstars. Jason asks each coach a series of coaching questions based on the alphabet, resulting in 26 different tips! If you're new to the show, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an...

In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Kelvin Lam, former college cheerleader turned coach. Kelvin shares his journey and experiences from his cheerleading days to his coaching career. He talks about his time at various universities, how he landed finally at the University of Hawaii and his coaching position at San Jose State. Additionally, he compares allstar and college cheer and shares his re...

This week we recap our time at Spirit Sports and provide a scoresheet comparison from this season to a past season to show how different scoring has been. In addition, Alex from CheerTheory.com, stops by the show to give us an allstar cheer weekend recap, plus a follow up question on scoring from Masterpiece. We've got all of that and more in store for you, so make sure to stay tuned! If you're ne...

In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Shea Crawford, Tumbling Director of Brandon Allstars. They talk about how Shea got into cheer, how he became a coach, and a few of the places he has coached at before becoming the Tumbling Director at BA. Shea shares his thoughts on spotting tumbling, and why he doesn't rely on it as a tumbling coach. Shea talks about his role with the USASF, and talks abou...

In this episode, Jason and Brittany recap their thoughts on the American Masterpiece competition. After that, John Davenport of Cheer Athletics joins the show for a segment and tells us about his time at The Majors. The question of the week is about why college teams only compete in Daytona, and the quote of the week comes to us from the Bible about having integrity. If it's your first time here,...

Order your Let's Talk Cheer T-Shirt before by Jan 31- https://illusiveapparel.printavo.com/merch/563hseth35uya3h5/ In this episode, we dive into the pros and cons of GSSA, code of points and guaranteed d1/d2 splits at events. Additionally, Jason addresses criticism he received from a survey recently. For those of you tuning in for the first time, welcome to the show, be sure to subscribe so that y...

👕 Order your Let's Talk Cheer T-Shirt before by Jan 31- https://illusiveapparel.printavo.com/merch/563hseth35uya3h5/ In this episode, we will be discussing two questions of the week. The first question is about the terms "cumulative tumbling" and "cumulative stunting" and what they mean in the world of allstar cheerleading. The second question is about the concept of "cro...

In this episode Jason discusses the importance of treating others with respect and kindness in the cheerleading community. Jason shares a personal story about his college roommate and how he inspired the quote of the week. Jason also shares advice for parents and athletes who may be considering switching gyms, and encourages them to handle the situation with grace and consideration for others. The...

Let’s Talk Cheer T-shirts go on pre-sale January 17th! In this episode, Chris Comfort, aka, Cheer Boy Mom from TikTok, joins the show today as a guest co-host. They discuss how a sloppy team can beat a clean team. Jason urges coaches to look at themselves first when they have shortcomings with their teams. They also discuss how necessary private lessons are and Chris gives her cheer mom budget hac...

In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Matt Kelley, owner of Karma Returns and coach of Woodlands Elite Generals. They talk through Matt's journey as an athlete and then as a coach. They talk about the competitive market in Houston, and some of Matt's best moments in the cheer industry. If you're new, thank you for joining us, be sure to subscribe so that you never miss out on another episode....

In this episode, Jason Larkins and Brittany Moore share their thoughts and experiences with hazing in collegiate cheer after the Sam Houston State University cheer team had hazing accusations brought against them. They also address the question of the week about why so many collegiate athletes transfer schools. Jason also answers a second question from one of his American Cheer athletes. Additiona...

In the episode Jason shares with Brittany his rule on when to water down the routine before a competition. He also shares stories on when his coaches watered down and didn't water down during his cheering days. The quote of the week is about ignoring your critics, and still moving forward with your work. If you're new to the show, thank you joining us, be sure to subscribe so that you never miss a...

In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Edwin Melendez of Win Choreography. Edwin gives his opinion on the state of cheerleading, what he misses about the good ole days, the reason why he decided to leave coaching for full time choreography, and what issues he deals with as a full time choreography. If you're new, thank you for joining us, be sure to subscribe so that you never miss out on anothe...

In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Jeff Benson, mental block specialist on working with athletes who are struggling with mental blocks. Jeff dives into what a mental block actually is, what it isn't, how to work through them, how to help prevent them, and how not to relapse. Jeff gives advice to both coaches who work with the athletes in the gym, and what parents can do from home. If you're...

In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Jordan Alcazar, owner of SC Cheer. They start off talking about how Jordan first got into both cheerleading and coaching, but eventually moved to a directing position, and then ultimately into owning his own gym with his wife. They talk about the culture Jordan has built at SC, and the ups and downs of Fearless going back to back at Worlds. If it's your fir...

In this episode Jason Larkins and Brittany Moore talk about how the new season has started off. Jason and Brittany have a different perspective on how the first competition went, and also talk about the air floor American used for their showcase. The question of the week is about if programs should move on from choreographers if they don't deliver and Jason brings back TikTok Cheer Talk. If it's y...

In this episode we have Rommel Osuna, a US Army Drill Sergeant, World Cup Tumbling Director and the President of the Non-Profit Organization, Tumble For Troops. Here he shares his experiences and gives out some similarities that soldiers and cheerleaders share. Rommel shares the mission of his Non-Profit Organization, Tumble For Troops, and his commitment in giving back to the Veterans of our coun...

In this episode, Jason and Brittany stream live on TikTok while recording the episode. They take questions from the chat and also dive into the normal segment you all know and love. The question of the week is about if gyms should train higher level tumbling skills, while at cheer team practice, or should the focus just be on the current routine. The quote of the week is from the rapper Nelly, and...